Wednesday, August 21, 2013

It's Done!

The surgery is now over, and we just got finished speaking with the surgeon and I have fantastic news to report!!! Dr Bliss and his entire team worked many, many hours and were able to remove 98% of the tumor and save kidney. This is the BEST possible outcome, so thank you, thank you, thank you for all lf your prayers and thoughts today! With Neuroblastoma, unlike most adult cancers, they can never actually remove 100% of the tumor and research has shown that it really doesn't matter as long as you can get at least 95%. Dr Bliss believes that the small percentage left in her body is already dead or will soon be after more treatment. So we are extremely happy and relieved with these results. OUR GOD IS SO GOOD AND IS THE MIGHTY HEALER!!!

The surgeon was sure to tell us that his team (anesthesiologists, surgical fellows, nurses, etc.) worked beautifully and the surgery went as smoothly as he could have hoped for. Now we are just about to head into the ICU where she will be for at least 24 hours. She will still have many things hooked up to her and will still have a breathing tube, so we are looking at a long couple of days (keep praying!). Here's a picture of all of us wearing our Hope For Hazel gear;

I remember the day my daughter had her Neuroblastoma tumor removed. I know the relief and exhaustion you are feeling. The beast is out now, let the healing begin, in Jesus name.MichelePlease let me know how my daughter Neuroblastoma survivor age 8 and myself can inspire and encourage the family and Hazel. Micheleevans@me.com

Great news!! What a long day and a long long surgery for little Hazelnut. We are praying for a speedy recovery and hope they can keep her comfortable for the next few days. So glad they were able to get that *%$# tumor out ! You could not have asked for a better outcome. Dr. Bliss is great!! BREATHE!!!

tears of joy - had gone to bed not knowing results and jumped out of bed 3:15am to find out - God is so good and we will contnue praying - wish I was there to hug all - especially our little Angel - Thank you God!!

PRAISE THE LORD!!!! THANK YOU GOD!!!I am so happy. I, like so many others were waiting anxiously for news. I went to bed late and upon waking ran to the computer. I cried tears of joy when I read your blog! GOD IS GOOD ALL THE TIME...ALL THE TIME GOD IS GOOD!

Will continue with prayers for a speedy and complete recovery. We look forward to seeing that beautiful smile on Hazel's face very soon.

We're all standing with you in God's word and promises on this. May His light continue to bathe you in love and peace.

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About Our Family

My name is Lauren, and I have been married to my best friend, Aaron for 12 years. We have 5 children including our little Hazelnut, Micah, Elizabeth, Jonah and Zoey.
If you would like to send anything to Hazel and/or our family please address it to:
Hazel Hammersley
PO Box 2001
Simi Valley, CA 93062